I haven’t been paying much attention to Pippa Middleton, younger sister of the Duchess of Cambridge. But when I stumbled across this photo of her, I immediately stopped in my tracks. It wasn’t her outfit that caught my attention. Although I will admit she looks great dressed head-to-toe in light denim blue. Her top is adorable, I love the ruffled bib and satin covered buttons! No, it was the gorgeous handbag held firmly in her hand …

… pieces that actually have longevity. The newest addition to my ASOS shopping list is the Leather Croc Metal Bar Clutch, an oversized holdall that combines fresh mint with classic faux croc skin for a cool take on the colorblock trend. What I love about this bag is its size and the fact that, despite its demure color palette, the croc keeps it from being too subtle. I’d love this with anything from a suit to a tea dress. Available for $72.72 at ASOS.

… The beloved 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli Tote just got a makeover – and wow, is it a stunner. The Croc-Effect Leather Tote shows off the bag in an entirely new light. This style, with its richly embellished leather, is the kind of thing you’d have a hard time keeping your eyes off of – it’s that bold and extravagant. Adding to its noteworthy appearance is its unusual silhouette, which veers from the traditional yet still manages to retain a timeless allure. For a bag that’s both …

How fabulous! I’m absolutely loving the Adele Croc Embossed Clutch, and not just because it’s designed by the incomparable Diane von Furstenberg. A hint of mint is all it needs to become an instant springtime essential. Topped with a croc-embossed leather flap, it’s incredibly chic, fresh, and elegant all at once. Isn’t that just the kind of thing you’d want in your grasp all season long? Available for $395 at Nordstrom. …

Colorblocked in all the right ways, the 797 Leather and Croc-Print Leather Clutch by Tory Burch is a classy way to stay on trend. The croc-print flap spices up this neutral clutch and the black strap that centers the bag (and makes it a wristlet) does its part to ground the look without dragging it down. This conservative clutch is a pre-order from Saks, but you should receive it by the middle of March. Your credit card won’t be charged the $450 …

The stars tell me that this Marc Jacobs Croc-Embossed Cosmic Tote is sure to be a favorite come spring. It’s the very epitome of a standout bag, thanks to its gilded body and crackled croc texture. Right now, it would look chic against a red wool coat, but it’s really ideal for a warm day – imagine chilling aboard a yacht with this by your side. Available for $1995 at Neiman Marcus.

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Stocking stuffer alert! This Coach Madison Embossed Croc ID Skinny is the perfect little treat for almost any fashionable female on your list: the shopaholic-in-training, the niece, daughter or family friend who always ogles your fab wardrobe or the girlfriend who wisely turns to you for what-to-wear emergencies. Available in four colors, this glazed bag is cute and useful! Find it for $68 at Coach.

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Oh, the many unnecessary treasures I could stash away in this sensational Halogen Croc-Embossed ‘Everyday’ Tote (insert heavy sigh here)! I’m sure I could more easily carry the half a dozen lip balms and glosses, compact or two, hair brush, travel size can of hair spray, pen and paper set, oversized wallet, travel bottle of Aleve, pack of oil blotting sheets, dozen or so emergency hair accessories, phone charger and ice scraper that I’m currently toting around in a …

… to purchase fancy things makes you think I’m out on the town every night. This Old Navy Faux Croc Turnlock Crossbody scratches my itch for something pretty while keeping my wallet from getting too slim. Now I just need to gather the girls for a night out! Available at Old Navy for $25.

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… bags and other styles. One that caught my eye recently is the 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli Painted Croc-Print Satchel !

Wait a minute. Did I read that right? Yes, it definitely says “painted”. While croco-print handbags are not unusual, the fact that the pattern is painted onto the leather rather than embossed into it is very unusual. Now the question is, does it look good? Surprisingly, it does! In fact, I love it. There is just this extra depth there that you simply cannot get with …